ArchDaily

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Image © Miguel de Guzmán + Rocío Romero The duality of sunlight in the field of architectural design presents fascinating contrasts, especially when addressing the question of how to interact with it through the built environment and the materials that define architecture. Read more »

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Deezen

JULY 22, 2024

Geometric shapes and block colours characterise this apartment in Kyiv by design studio Dihome Existing walls were removed to create an open-plan layout, while glass bricks and panels were added to create spatial zoning without obstructing natural light. Glass blocks, plywood and concrete are the DNA of this project," said Sytnik.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A gridded facade made up of rectangular windows and glass fibre-reinforced concrete (GFRC) bars wraps the building and its rounded corners. Its facade was made by Rieder "The materiality and calming appearance of the glass fibre-reinforced concrete elements allow for a harmonious integration into the surrounding neighbourhood," said Rieder.

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Deezen

APRIL 17, 2024

Japanese architect Shigeru Ban has created a pavilion from paper tubes, wood and milk crates to mark the 75th anniversary of US architect Philip Johnson's Glass House in Connecticut , USA. metres) structure was built within the site of Johnson 's historic house. foot by 13.5 meters by 4.1

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Archinect

MAY 7, 2024

In plan, the scheme rigorously maintains a twelve-foot structural module – this informs the spatial sequencing of the private bedrooms and public space wings, while the front entry unites both into a comprehensive whole.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Wall-to-wall glass and a material palette informed by local vernacular define Zen House, a 33-square-metre micro home on stilts in Austria, completed by Czech studio Jan Tyrpekl. The result is a vaulted single-room structure enveloped in gl a ss and flanked by a terrace, raised four metres above the ground on concrete columns.

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Deezen

APRIL 6, 2024

Amsterdam studio Woonpioniers has used natural materials and prefabricated elements throughout the Sprout Ruben & Marjolein house , which includes an open, greenhouse-like volume. The post Timber structure defines compact bio-based home in the Netherlands appeared first on Dezeen. The photography is by Chiela.

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Deezen

JULY 11, 2024

Heavy timber, wood and brick are among the materials used by US studio Heliotrope to create an extension to a historic 1930s home that was originally built by a Norwegian ship captain. Wood was used for the structural system, and exterior walls were clad in materials influenced by the original home.

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Deezen

JANUARY 17, 2024

Florida-based manufacturer Renco has created a building block made of repurposed materials that interlocks and stacks for "LEGO-like" construction. Made of a composite of glass fibres, resin and stone, the blocks were recently used to construct a Palm Springs apartment complex by Miami-based architecture studio Arquitectonica.

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Architizer

JANUARY 22, 2024

Architizer’s A+Product Awards celebrate the manufacturers at the forefront of material innovation. In the early years, glass was a medium for divine storytelling. In the early years, glass was a medium for divine storytelling. Double-Curved Channel Glass Walls by Bendheim. from 2021 to 2028.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 18, 2023

As part of our review of 2023 , Dezeen's design and environment editor Jennifer Hahn has rounded up 10 of this year's most significant material innovations , including bricks made from toxic soil and a 3D printer for wool.

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Deezen

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Looking Glass Lodge is situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and was developed for a client whose parents established a nature reserve there in the 1960s. Looking Glass Lodge is clad in timber. The building has electrochromic glass for added privacy. The lodge sits on a nature reserve.

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Santa Cruz Architect

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of architecture and construction, new materials continually emerge, pushing the boundaries of design and performance. One such innovation is the aerogel glass block, a remarkable material that combines the transparency of glass with the extraordinary insulating properties of aerogels.

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Deezen

APRIL 22, 2024

The structure will serve as an educational building for the University of Kansas ( KU ) School of Architecture & Design in Lawrence, Kansas. The Makers' KUbe is conceived as a showcase in timber tectonics, traditional joinery, robotic manufacturing and sustainable materials." The imagery is courtesy of BIG.

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Dwell

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Internally we placed an emphasis on crafted, organic materials with earthy tones borrowed from nature—including clay-plastered walls and ceilings, end grain flooring and English elm joinery—and styled with pieces from artisans and makers." Have one to share? Post it here.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Behind the elegant dark wooden façade and bold aesthetics are particularly progressive engineering strategies that imbue the structure with remarkable resilience: the building was designed to withstand the force of possible avalanches. Materially, it turns out, nature also knows best.

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Deezen

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Architecture studio Zeller & Moye has collaborated with artist Katie Paterson to create Mirage, a massive sculpture made from glass cylinders for technology company Apple 's campus in California. It is meant to be experiential Mirage derives its name from the effect that the glass gives off when hit by light.

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Deezen

APRIL 15, 2024

A green-steel structure and walls of exposed blockwork and plywood feature inside this house and artist's studio in Paris by local practice Jean Benoît Vétillard Architecture. Read: Jean Verville lines Montreal row house with sculptural plywood interiors From the garden room, glass doors lead into the open-plan ground floor.

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Archinect

APRIL 30, 2024

Another winning aspect is the hybrid structure's ability to be disassembled and remounted. Individual components are capable of reuse in line with a principle called the "future material depot," which contributes to its role in the circular economy.

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ArchDaily

MARCH 11, 2024

Glass House / Max Núñez. Defined as spaces enclosed by glass or other transparent plastic materials, greenhouses facilitate the growth of vegetables and ornamental plants even during periods of adverse external weather conditions. However, what does designing for plants involve? Read more »

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Deezen

JUNE 22, 2024

WonKy has created a woodland education centre in London Local studio WonKy designed the centre to function as "an all-weather space" and constructed it with a palette of reclaimed materials. It was lined internally with plywood and crowned by a "lantern" made from translucent glass-reinforced plastic.

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Deezen

MAY 18, 2022

London architecture studio Bureau de Change has produced a range of patterned tiles using Thames Glass, a biomaterial created by artist Lulu Harrison from mussel shells. Harrison – a student on the Material Futures masters at Central Saint Martin's – creates her bio-glass using the ground-up shells of quagga mussels as a substitute for sand.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 7, 2024

Positioned on the sun-facing side of a structure, it consists of a wall made from materials like brick, stone, or concrete, and a glass panel or polycarbonate sheet placed a few centimeters in front of it. Solar radiation penetrates the glass during daylight hours and heats the masonry wall.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

From monolithic concrete pillars to ornately decorated columns, this lookbook collates ten living room interiors that embrace existing structural columns. Depending on their materiality and style, they can also serve as an immovable reminder of the building's design style and the historical period in which it was built.

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Dwell

JANUARY 12, 2024

Here, in only the second offering since the architecture was commissioned, Koenig demonstrates a mastery of materials, sensitivity to the environment, and a harmonious relationship with nature. In a celebration of structural steel, the home is held aloft by four heroic columns, minimizing the impact on the site.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Their projects don’t scream for attention with flashy designs or towering glass façades. Whether it’s reimagining traditional techniques or experimenting with unconventional materials, LUO Studio is challenging the status quo by asking a simple question: How can architecture do better? Let’s take a closer look.

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ArchDaily

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The evolution of facades reflects advancements in materials, technology, and design flexibility. In earlier times, facades used simple materials like brick, stone, and wood, offering structural support while showcasing regional styles. STACBOND exemplifies this innovation, enabling creative, sustainable design solutions.

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Deezen

JUNE 28, 2024

Webb Yates worked with The Stonemasonry Company to create a frame made from cored cylinders of waste limestone joined together with tensioned steel rods, aiming to showcase stone as a modern, low-carbon structural material. Read: Why aren't more architects using stone as a building material? "We

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Deezen

JUNE 23, 2023

Created as part of a renovation of the museum led by architecture studio OMA 's New York office, Common Sky is a massive glass and mirror canopy created from hundreds of overlapping mirror and glass panels. The choice to use mirrors instead of having an all-glass canopy came from a desire to create an insulating effect for the canopy.

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Deezen

JULY 17, 2022

For our latest lookbook , we've chosen 10 residential glass extensions that create airy, light-filled and modern additions to homes. Glass is a popular material for house extensions as it is durable, weather-resistant and – thanks to its transparency – adds light and brightness to a space. Find out more about The Glass Ribbon ›.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Photo courtesy of Fritz Hansen Christian Andresen, design director at Fritz Hansen, reflected on the significance of the Egg, which highlights a post-war trend in the international design scene when European and American architects began to favour organic shapes crafted from novel materials. It has been made of foam since its inception.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

US studio CLB Architects has created a retreat in rural Wyoming that has three wood-clad structures, with a creek running underneath the primary residence. Located on a 35-acre (14-hectare) property near the town of Wilson, the home was envisioned as a series of "tectonic structures" set within a diverse ecosystem.

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Deezen

MARCH 21, 2024

The rough finishes of an existing concrete and brick structure are contrasted by white exhibition spaces at Arario Gallery in Seoul , completed by Japanese studio Schemata Architects. On the third floor, sections of the exterior wall were removed to create a full-height glass wall in the VIP area. The photography is by Yongjoon Choi.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Joseph Paxton, the architect, employed a modular design using prefabricated iron and glass components, which were mass-produced in factories. The building's structure relied on standardized parts, such as cast-iron columns and girders, which were quickly assembled on-site.

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

The construction industry is undergoing a transformative phase thanks to breakthroughs in material science. Advanced construction materials are revolutionizing the way we build, offering enhanced durability, sustainability, and efficiency. From self-healing concrete to smart materials, the possibilities seem limitless.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 7, 2023

RooMoo completely transformed two existing buildings using materials found on-site The Som Land hostel was designed to integrate with this natural landscape and respect the local customs and traditions. The rooms are decorated with neutral tones and natural materials Planning codes limited the height of the eaves.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

Local architecture firm La Base Studio has renovated a glass and concrete home, wrapping it in a delicate privacy and shading screen on a lush site in Buenos Aires , Argentina. Sliding glass doors open to the garden The sliding glass doors open to the garden and pool deck, blurring the interior and exterior relationship.

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